Bassingbourn pre-school

Philosophy: Children are not rushed, giving them time to learn at their own pace. Staff guide them while they climb and encourage them to take managed risks.

Activities: Young children make shapes with their fingers in coloured sand. Older children enjoy climbing on a frame in the garden.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Helping children to increase their confidence in their own abilities. Personal and social development is encouraged through imaginative play.

Communication: The manager and staff form strong and trusting relationships with parents. Key persons maintain effective two-way communication with parents.

Programs and Resources: Children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported very well. Staff work closely with professionals and agencies working with the children.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff take time to listen to children and respond with clarity and expression. Staff join children in their self-chosen activities to support and extend their learning.

Safeguarding Training: Leaders understand their roles in helping to safeguard children. Procedures are in place to effectively recruit suitable staff.

Transition to Primary School: Children confidently choose the resources they would like to use, contributing to smooth transitions through the pre-school.

Child Safety Management: Staff know what and how to identify, record and report any concerns they might have about children's well-being.

Children's Safety and Security: Children feel valued. They make friends with their peers and gain confidence when they talk together.

Happiness and Settling: Children enjoy taking books home to share with their families. This contributes to their continuing communication and language development.